Needlecase

Needlecase in shape of a book, stamped blue leather cover, padded silk covered interior stuck with pins. Wool leaf at either end for needles. 'The Keepsake' stamped on spine. Inscribed 'S. Enderby Defense 1805'.

Object Details

ID: TXT0377
Collection: Textiles
Type: Needlecase
Display location: Not on display
Date made: 1805
Exhibition: Nelson, Navy, Nation
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 53 x 40 x 21 mm